About Nolan & Hunter

Nolan, just 16 years old, a junior at Centennial High School with a bright and promising future. Known for his unwavering commitment to academics, he consistently earned straight A’s and was on track to graduate with a 3.8 GPA. He had already lettered in Academics—an achievement that reflected both his intelligence and his discipline.

Nolan was a proud member of the Centennial High School football team, playing all three years with heart, grit, and a sense of humor that lifted everyone around him. Whether on the field, in the classroom, or in the garage, he brought energy, laughter, and a drive to excel.

His true passion, however, lived under the hood of a car. As a student of auto mechanics, engineering, and construction, Nolan showed remarkable talent for hands‑on learning and problem‑solving. His mechanical ability was far beyond his years. One of his greatest accomplishments was restoring a 1941 Ford pickup truck—a rusted shell he transformed into a beautiful, running vehicle alongside his grandfather and father. When he wasn’t working on his truck, he was fixing friends’ cars, attending local car shows, or washing his own car daily with pride.

Nolan believed deeply in the value of trade work. He often talked about how trade schools deserved more recognition and imagined himself pursuing that path. At the same time, he occasionally dreamed of attending Arizona State University with his brother to study mechanical engineering—combining his natural gifts with formal training to elevate his craft even further.

Outside of school and mechanics, Nolan cherished time outdoors. He loved fishing trips with his brothers, cousins, and friends, heading to local “honey holes” whenever the weather allowed. Whether casting a line or tinkering with an engine, Nolan approached life with enthusiasm, curiosity, and a sense of adventure.

His goal was clear: to become a master mechanic and fabricator. He had the talent, intelligence, and determination to achieve it. Nolan’s ingenuity, kindness, humor, and work ethic left an unforgettable mark on everyone who knew him.

His legacy lives on through the countless lives he touched, the awards he earned, and the dreams he inspired. Nolan will forever be remembered as a dedicated student, talented mechanic, loyal friend, and beloved son and brother. His legacy is one of determination, kindness, humor, and a genuine desire to make the world better one engine, one laugh, and one act of love at a time.

Hunter, just 18 years old a senior at Centennial High School. Hunter had a deep love for anything with a motor. Whether he was in the garage building alongside his dad, improving performance on a project, or learning how something worked, he felt most alive with grease on his hands and a vision in his mind. He dreamed of becoming a fabricator creating, building, and turning raw materials into something powerful and purposeful.

He was a huge Arizona Cardinals fan and rarely missed a game. He was also incredibly talented at chess, competing in the international chess tournament twice and bringing home three individual trophies a true reflection of his sharp mind and competitive spirit.

Hunter loved fishing, fast engines, and time spent outdoors, but nothing meant more to him than his family. His amazing smile and unforgettable laugh could light up any room. He loved fiercely, protected proudly, and showed up for the people he cared about.

Through this scholarship, Hunter’s drive to build, create, and care for others lives on helping Arizona students pursue careers in the trades and build futures they can be proud of.